Silver Cloud - July 18, 2025

Did you ever imagine that you would see a dragon in person? On the remote island of Komodo, travelers have been know to see the Komodo Dragons. These giant lizards are the last vestiges of the dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago. As if that weren't enough, the other wildlife on Komodo is stunning as well.

In earlier times, the island of Sulawesi was known as Celebes and produced a very famous coffee bean. Palapo is presently a Muslim town and serves as the gateway to Indonesia's Torajaland, where you may visit a traditional village, burial sites, and the famous wooden tau-taus, effigies of inhabitants' ancestors.

Bau Bau a port that used to be a haven for pirates, in addition to being the largest village of the former sultanate of Buton, an ancient Islamic civilization whose influence is seen in the city's fortress and palace. The warm waters off Nirvana Beach are ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

Kalabahi provides travelers with a spellbinding, one-of-a-kind experience in an unblemished paradise. The main town of Alor, off Indonesia's Pura Island, Kalabahi is bursting with color and culture. See expansive villages tucked high atop jungle mountains. Hear the enchanting beat of native Moko drums. Visit the awe-inspiring volcano on the Ile Ape peninsula.

Kalabahi provides travelers with a spellbinding, one-of-a-kind experience in an unblemished paradise. The main town of Alor, off Indonesia's Pura Island, Kalabahi is bursting with color and culture. See expansive villages tucked high atop jungle mountains. Hear the enchanting beat of native Moko drums. Visit the awe-inspiring volcano on the Ile Ape peninsula.

Kupang is the urban center of the west Timor region. Visitors to the Timor section of Indonesia should consult their government before traveling to Kupang.

With its sparkling beaches, gorgeous wilderness, and ideal location on the shores of the Indian Ocean, Broome is truly the jewel of Western Australia. Feast your eyes upon the pearl-encrusted altar of Beagle Bay Church. Dare to feed the residents of Broome Crocodile Park, or search for the rumored treasure at Buccaneer Rock--but watch out for the pirate ghost who is said to return nightly for it!

Levelled by a cyclone in 1974, Darwin has rebuilt itself from scratch. Wide tree-lined streets, well-designed public buildings, and acres of park land make this an ideal tropical capital. The attitude of the locals is casual and relaxed, and the young demographic keeps things moving. Darwin's location makes it the ideal jump-off point for sojourns into Australia's natural splendour.